Information about the chindi, a shapeshifting mythological creature, is presented. Navajo artist David Little Turtle says that the chindi acts as a type of avenging angel to those who show disrespect to any of the Earth Mother's creatures. It is believed that if a chindi is set against a person,...

The article features the life and works of Navajo artist, Steven Yazzie. According to the article, Yazie is one of the nine Phoenix artists working at The House Studios, a historic house that was renovated to accommodate the creative works of its residents. Yazzie is a self-taught artist, and...

The article focuses on Michael Roanhorse, a Navajo silversmith from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Roanhorse learned to craft silver jewelry from his parents. He was a quick study and he also sought advice from other successful Navajo jewelers. Roanhorse has developed a working process for combining...

The article reports on the success of Navajo artists in the show titled "Indigenous Brilliance" held in London's highgate Gallery at the Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution, and one of them is Toledo Yazzie, who made jewelry and collages.

The article reflects on the speech of American actor Leonardo DiCaprio at the Golden Globes where he dedicated his Best Actor in a Drama award for the film "The Revenant" to Navajo actors featured in the film Arthur RedCloud of Window Rock, Arizona and Forrest Goodluck of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The article discusses the life and achievements of jewel artist Vernon Haskie. He produces multilayered inlay and three-dimensional applique works of sterling silver and gold set with coral, turquoise, suglite, lapis, opals and diamonds. He was born in Riverside, California in 1968. He pursued...

The article profiles Jay Begaye, a Navajo singer and song maker in the U.S. Begaye has been a rancher, rodeo bull rider, painter, sculptor, teacher, sportscaster, and has traveled all over North America until he discovered music as his calling. Begaye's solo powwow songs on albums like "Honoring...

The article focuses Wallace Nez Jr., a Navajo potter from southern Utah. His childhood helped shape his sensibilities and give him material and inspiration for life. Ranch life also gave Nez glimmerings of the allure of creativity. He said that his greatest influence was his grandmother....

The article reports on the expanded hours at the Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center which is open seven days a week until October 31, 2009 and will be closed only on Mondays starting November 1, 2009. It notes on the newest unique Native American style of artist Jeanne Rorex Bridges. It includes...

The article focuses on the works of the Chinle Valley Singers group, which has cultural tradition of Canyon de Chelley, Arizona, and it mentions that the group has appeared in the film "Feathers in the Wind" and received several awards at the Navajo Nation Fair held in Window Rock, Arizona.

The article features the shop Blacksheep's Originals, located in Window Rock, Arizona. The shop is owned by Beverly Blacksheep, an award-winning Navajo artist, and features such items as mugs, handbags, and decorative tiles. The article offers information on Blacksheep's artwork, such as her...

The reports on the fictional room designs of Navajo artists in the of including Heidi Brandow, Nani Chacon who were honored with the fellowship of the 2013 Southwest Association of Indian Arts (SWAIA) on August 17, 2013.

Features Navajo and Southern Ute artists, father and son Oreland and Hyrum C. Joe from New Mexico. Description of their works; Information on the artists; Background on their interest in painting and the art.

The article presents an interview with Navajo watercolorist Mark Silversmith. Silversmith cites his reason for using watercolors in painting. He comments on the style of painting of his daughter Melissa. The artist hopes to continue depicting American Indians in the pre-reservation period in his...

The article highlights Navajo painter David K. John and his newest works which he presented at the Kiva Fine Art in the El Centro building just steps from Santa Fe's historic downtown plaza in New Mexico. It notes that the said Kiva Fine Art gallery occupied only 100 square feet, but still has...

The article features the Navajo artist James King. He was born in Shiprock, New Mexico. When he was a child, King would paint chickens, bull snakes, and pigs with house paints. As a grown-up artist, King has been accepted by the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona as an exhibiting artist. His work...

This article provides information on the sculptured miniature painted ponies added to the Trail of Painted Ponies art collection which aims to raise income for various philanthropic causes. The newest edition of miniature painted ponies were created by Navajo artists Frank Salcido and Andersen...

The article presents an evaluation of the R.C. Gorman Gallery art gallery, located in the Downtown Arts District of Scottsdale, Arizona, featuring the work from the estate of Navajo artist R.C. Gorman, which is managed by Robert Sahd, and mentions comparisons of Gorman's work to artists Pablo...

The article discusses the jewelry-making classes offered to vacationers by the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico as of November 2014. Topics covered include the role of Navajo artist and silversmith Michael Nez as a teacher in the jewelry-making class, details on how...

The article examines the work of the contemporary American artist Matthew Kirk. Particular focus is given to his work in painting and mixed media art. Additional topics discussed include his use of mark making in his work, insights on his artistic techniques and his Navajo heritage on his...

The article describes the dynamics of the artists of Navajo, a semi-autonomous region in the U.S., mentioning the search of AnthonyMoquino, former governor of Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo, New Mexico to find the lost art of his father. It also reflects how the artists depicted nature through their work,...

The article offers information on the Steamboat Artisan Project, a program launched through the Steamboat Chapter House in 2014 which aims to help Navajo artists market their work across the Navajo Nation in the U.S. Topics discussed include the significance of art craft as a skill according to...

The article recognizes Navajo quilt ledger artist Susan Hudson for her contemporary art designs displayed at various exhibitions like the one at the Pagosa Springs History Museum in Colorado on May 23, 2015. Topics discussed include the creative process behind her ledger quilt art, depiction of...

The article offers information on the "Earth. Water. Artists" art exhibition that will be held on April 10, 2016 in Durango, Colorado and will feature artwork by Navajo artists on Gold King Mine spill.

The article discusses the art "On Behalf of Water" created by artist Shaun Beyale to express his experiences for the 2015 Gold King Mine spill disaster in Silverton, Colorado, U.S., as it represented for the Navajo art show. It mentions the impact of the disaster as it hydrates ancestral...

An interview is presented with Navajo sculptor Tony Lee. He discusses his use of different mediums, including abstract sculpture, figurative sculpture, and masks, and different materials, including metals, marble, and soapstone. He describes his studio in PeÃ±a Blanca, New Mexico. He describes...

The article features the Ute-Navajo painter, bronze and stone sculptor Oreland Joe from Kirkland in New Mexico, who is working on a monumental sculpture that honors the Navajo Code Talkers. It notes that the work of Joe was commissioned by the Southwest Indian Foundation of Gallup, New Mexico...

The article profiles Navajo artist Ronald Chee, focusing on an overview of his career and critical evaluation of his work. Topics include his inspiration by the lack of public acknowledgement of Native American culture and history, his work in monotype printmaking and mixed media painting, and...

An essay about the works of American West artists R.C. Gorman and J.D. Challenger is presented. Gorman, a Navajo artist, has been described as the Picasso of American Indian artists. Among his works is an oil pastel drawing titled "Night Stories" that captures the magic of the sky. Challenger...

The article offers profiles of ten Navajo artists who will participate in the 2012 Santa Fe Indian Market in New Mexico. Painter James King works in Shiprock, New Mexico and creates realistic oil paintings depicting Navajo life. Jeweler Vernon Haskie works in Lukachukai, Arizona and learned how...

The article offers news briefs concerning U.S. museums and institutions associated with the Smithsonian Institution. The U.S. National Museum of American Art is featuring an exhibition called "Watch This!" about the history of video art. The U.S. National Museum of American History is displaying...